1. resembling a ladder in form or structure; having parallel sides connected by crosspieces

Examples

• The DNA molecule has a ladderlike structure with two parallel strands.
• The fire escape had a ladderlike design with metal rungs.
• The plant’s ladderlike leaves grew in neat, parallel rows.
• Scientists observed the ladderlike pattern in the crystal formation.
• The bridge featured a ladderlike framework of steel beams.
• The insect’s antennae had a distinctive ladderlike appearance.